Staff Nurse - Haematology Day UnitinLondon inLondonPUBLISHED WED 30 OCT 2024

Band 5: £35,964 to £43,780 a year per annum inc PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

ANTICOAGULATIONBLOOD TRANSFUSIONHAEMATOLOGYMULTI-DISCIPLINARYNHS

Barts Health NHS TrustrI1unZvp

The role of Staff Nurse in the Haematology Day Unit at Barts Health NHS Trust in London involves providing specialized nursing care for patients with chronic haematological conditions, such as haemophilia, thalassaemia, and other related disorders. Working full-time, Monday to Friday, the successful candidate will engage in both planned treatments and acute emergency care, while being supported by a multidisciplinary team of haematology consultants and clinical specialists. The position requires strong communication and organisational skills to ensure safe and efficient care delivery, alongside opportunities for learning and professional development in the evolving field of clinical haematology.

Key responsibilities include administering blood transfusions and medications, managing patient care during crises, liaising with emergency services, and adhering to trust policies regarding patient safety. The Staff Nurse will also play an important role in mentoring colleagues, improving service delivery, and participating in audits and research aimed at enhancing patient care within the Day Unit. This position offers a chance to gain valuable experience while making a significant impact on the treatment of patients with complex haematological conditions.

Are you a highly motivated individual looking to learn more about clinical haematological conditions whilst being supported by highly specialized multidisciplinary teams?

An opportunity has arisen to join the team on the Haematology Day Unit team to develop skills in this specialist area whilst using your nursing skills caring for patients with long term chronic conditions. The care will be planned scheduled treatments and acute emergency management for patients using the drop in facility.

The day unit provides a high quality ambulatory service for Clinical Haematology patients with Haemophilia, Haemoglobinopathies, Thrombosis, Anticoagulation MDS, ITP and other general haematology conditions. We also have an apheresis service which we started in June 2.

Full time 37.5 hrs per week Monday to Friday 9am until 5 pm

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our small friendly team, in return you will be well supported by the Haematology Consultants, Specialist Registrars, and Ward based Registrar and Clinical Nurse Specialists in the various specialties.

The Day Unit is evolving and developing its service, as part of the team, you will need to embrace the concept of change and development.

You will be working as part of the multi-disciplinary team and must have good communication and organisational skills in order to provide safe and efficient delivery of care to this patient group.

This post offers an important role in the management of people with chronic and genetic non malignant haematology conditions requiring day unit care within Barts Health Clinical Haematology service. We aim to provide a first class and a safe level of care to patients and their relatives, whilst ensuring that the patient pathway is recorded and monitored throughout treatment.

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To understand fully clinical haematological conditions including; sickle cell and thalassaemia, haemophilia, clotting disorders, ITP and iron deficiency anaemia.

Care for patients needs, who have such chronic conditions and pursue and learn to achieve greater understanding

Participate in the management of haemoglobinopathy patients using Automated Exchange Transfusion.

Become proficient in the provision of the Apheresis service.

To administer daily, routine blood transfusions, automated exchange transfusions, iron infusions venesections and other treatments prescribed by the specialist Consultants to regular day attenders

With the specialist team and the day unit team manage the care of patients attending the haematology Day Unit in painful crisis or are acutely unwell and liaise with acute and emergency services,

To plan and liaise with the Ward Manager and MDT to ensure efficient and responsible use of resources

To understand the need for vigilance and adherence to Trust and national policies regarding blood products, Haemoglobinopathies and other clinical haematology conditions

To administer medication as directed and recognise the signs of patient distress and deterioration and escalate appropriately.

Responsibility to provide a safe level of care for all the patients seen in the clinical haematology services at Barts Health

To act as an example and mentor for colleagues and students

Work with the ward manager and staff members to improve and develop the service delivery on the unit

Participate in audits and research to improve care and service on the Haematology Day Unit.

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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:

Educational Qualifications:

1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.

2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.

Clinical Skills:

1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.

2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.

3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.

4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.

5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.

6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).

Soft Skills:

1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.

2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.

3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.

4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.

5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills:

1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.

2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.

3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).

Continuing Professional Development:

1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.

Employment Considerations:

1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.

2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.

Staff Nurse - Haematology Day UnitinLondoninLondonPUBLISHED WED 30 OCT 2024

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Staff Nurse - Haematology Day UnitinLondon inLondonPUBLISHED WED 30 OCT 2024

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